Zucchini Boats

By cassiestott

Ingredients

• 3 zucchinis
• 1 cup tightly packed basil leaves
• 1 clove minced garlic (or half teaspoon garlic powder)
• 1/4 cup grated carrot
• 1/2 cup (4 oz.) fat-free ricotta cheese
• 1/8 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• Juice from half a lemon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

Preheat the oven to 450° F.

With a spoon or paring knife, scoop out the seeds and compost them, or use them to make soup broth. Place the zucchini boats on a lightly oiled cookie sheet or

To make the filling, chop the basil and place it in a bowl with the garlic, grated carrot, ricotta, Parmesan, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Mix it thoroughly.

Fill each boat with the creamy mixture. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender.